Tue 4/17 UW Botanic Gardens/Arboretum

Today I took a walk around the Botanic Gardens with Amy and my friend Jessie. We observed many native and non-native species. I recognized native species like the daffodil (Genus Narcissus) and lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta) and but I was amazed by the assortment of blossoming trees from around the world. There were also non-native conifers, such as the English oak (Quercus robur). I also learned to identify the water oak (Quercus nigra).

The temperature was in the low 50s and it rained while we were there, but only a sprinkle. The sky was partially cloudy. There is a trail leading through the Botanic Gardens identifying most of the species. This was helpful because it allowed me to connect a species to a specific example.

There were many beautiful cherry blossoms. I plan to paint these and put them in my journal when I have time. I think I need a specific field guide to identify these species...

Species List:
daffodil (Genus Narcissus)
lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta)
English oak (Quercus robur)
water oak (Quercus nigra)

Posted on May 1, 2012 07:56 AM by kates17